Ventilation is the single most important thing to think about when designing a horse barn (aside from anything that can actually injure the horse). The object of ventilation is to provide fresh air into a desired space without making the space drafty. This includes the removal of hot, stale air in the summer time and moisture, odor, ammonia and pathogens (dust/mold spores) in the winter. A horse is most comfortable between 45 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. In the winter a horse stall should be about the same temperature as the outside temperature, yet comfortably dry with no condensation dripping from the roof/ceiling. In the summer the stall should be the same temperature as the outside air temperature, but feel cooler because of being shaded from the sun. Utilizing accessories such as eave extensions, eave openings, peak ventilation, louvers, doors and windows will help to ensure adequate ventilation in all climates.

There are many different types of material used for electric fences. The most popular are the tapes and the ropes because they are more visible than a thin strand of wire. If wire is used, placing the posts closer together to give a good visual of the fence line is recommended. Typical application is 3 to 4 strands of material spaced approx. 12î apart with the top strand at approx. 48î off the ground.

Smooth wire
This is a heavy gauge wire fence material that is just like barbed wire fencing, but without the barbs on it. This fence is installed with wood corner posts, wood brace posts and steel intermediate posts. The wire is stretched very tight and there are usually 4 to 5 strands of wire.

Steel pipe
There are some companies that supply and install fencing made from steel pipe. Generally this pipe is 1